The number of people intending to run in the Ward 12 byelection has hit 27.

“It’s a lot,” returning officer Laura Kennedy said. Officials will have to redesign the ballot if the count goes above 30.

Advance voting for the byelection will occur Feb. 8 through 11. Eligible electors can also order a special ballot by calling 780-442-VOTE (8683) if they are unable to vote election day. The special ballot will be sent out after nomination day on Jan. 25. That’s when the list of people running becomes official. The byelection is Feb. 22.

The council seat in Ward 12 became empty after Coun. Amarjeet Sohi successfully ran for the federal Liberal party. He resigned his seat when elected federally and is now Minister of Infrastructure and Communities.

Ward 12 encompasses parts of Mill Woods and the Meadows in southeast Edmonton. The names of those planning to run, the election rules and polling station information is available at edmonton.ca/byelection.

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